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B186 DAF

1985 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,465 mi
Last recorded55,465 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Polo70,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB186 DAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 55,465 miles

battery insecure.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 52,454 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 48,382 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 44,002 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 44,002 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 40,583 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 39,028 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 39,028 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 36,624 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 84,396 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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B186 DAF is a 1985 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 70,605 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B186 DAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 41 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B186 DAF registered?

B186 DAF is a 1985 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 19 April 1985.

Is B186 DAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B186 DAF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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